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Sustainability

Sustainability at RGU

Sustainability at RGU is not just about cutting carbon emissions; it is about ensuring the University actively showcases what it is doing to help future generations thrive.

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in Sustainability at RGU! Whether you’re staff or student, interested in biodiversity, environmental awareness or innovation, volunteering or societies, there’s something for everyone.

Stand out events so far in 2025 include:

  • Sustainability Week exhibiting the Achieving Net Zero poster created by RGU’s own Iain Morrison and Professor James Njuguna which present issues and challenges to achieving net zero and insight into existing power sources
  • Our Campus, Our World event showcasing the RGU community’s efforts to achieve a more sustainable future for all, including student research projects, film presentations, biodiversity talks, and interactive stations for staff innovations.
  • Cycling Week offering Cycling Confidence sessions, bike repair stalls and a second-hand bike sale.
  • Litter picking along the riverbank as part of the River Dee Trust’s Source to Sea initiative.
  • Regular volunteer sessions at Waterside Farm making huge strides in the restoration of the nature reserve.
  • Launch of our Biodiversity Photo Competition inviting staff and students to capture the vibrant biodiversity on campus.
 
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Our Sustainability Statement, Policy and Plan

We are committed to playing our role in a more sustainable future by building economic growth, addressing environmental challenges, and promoting an inclusive society that improves quality of life and creates equal opportunities for all. The University’s Strategy drives our activity to create a more sustainable future both for our own community and wider society.

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